Since all my photos were taken from before the days of digital cameras, I borrowed a few from my cousin Jolien - I hope she doesn't mind, as they're great pictures!On July 1, members of my extended family gathered for the annual "Koole Day". Sadly, I was not one of them. It has been a number of years since I've been out to Ontario and I miss it - especially the thunderstorms! - as well as all the family out there.
On impulse, my dad and I almost booked flights out for the weekend this year, but the long weekend and lack of any seat sales worked against us and thwarted our plans. Why did we want to go this year, above all other years? Because we wanted to say farewell to the family farm. Brucedale Gardens has been in the family for 44 years, but this summer marks a change in ownership as they have decided to move on. I know this is an exciting time for those who made this decision, and I'm happy for them, but it is with a sad heart that I write this. Brucedale will always hold a special place in my heart. It is where my cousins and I would run and play in the years when we were small, and where we spent many hours sweating and working as we got older. I spent two summers out there living with relatives, working and having fun in my high school years and have great memories of those Ontario days.
It is sad that I was not able to say a proper goodbye. Things will be different next time I visit, and I won't get to show my husband-to-be around my childhood playground.
Farewell, Brucedale! You served us well and will be missed.
1 comment:
it is fun to think of all the people who have experienced what is brucedale gardens over the years. i know i will miss being on the farm although i must be honest and say that i can't wait to leave and be in the city. brucedale has brought many blessings over the years. and i truly appreciate being raised as a country farm girl. aaah, the memories.
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